517 E Chicago St
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318 North St
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1105 Morton Ave
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Northwest Elgin, Elgin, IL Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent a home in Northwest Elgin?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Northwest Elgin 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,640 | $800 | $2,300 |
| Northwest Elgin 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,555 | $2,200 | $3,000 |
| Northwest Elgin 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,712 | $2,000 | $3,400 |
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There are currently 5 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Northwest Elgin Neighborhood of Elgin, IL.
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Cheapest Available Northwest Elgin Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Northwest Elgin area of Chicago, IL is a 2 Beds unit found at Fox River Townhomes priced from $772. Wing Park Residence has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,500. Here are the most affordable Northwest Elgin apartments for rent in Chicago, IL:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fox River Townhomes | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $772 |
| Wing Park Residence | wp-1bs | 1BR,1BA | $1,500 |
| 311 Barrington Ave Lofts | 1 Bed Room | 1BR,1BA | $1,550 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Northwest Elgin, IL
As of December 12, 2025 the best value apartment in the Northwest Elgin area is the $0.92 price per square foot 520 Lawrence Ave Model at 520 Lawrence Ave, Unit Furnished Unit in the in the College Green neighborhood starting from $1,400. The second greatest value Northwest Elgin apartment is the D2A Model at The Villages at Canterfield starting at $2,750 with a $1.98 price per square foot in the Willow Lakes Estates neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Northwest Elgin apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 520 Lawrence Ave, Unit Furnished Unit | 520 Lawrence Ave | 1BR,1BA | $0.92 |
| The Villages at Canterfield | D2A | 3BR,3BA | $1.98 |
| WC Kimball | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.58 |
| 482 Stella St, Unit 1 | 482 Stella St | 3BR,1BA | $1.60 |
| 311 Barrington Ave Lofts | 1 Bed Room | 1BR,1BA | $1.75 |
| 1320 Getzelman Dr, Unit 3 | 1320 Getzelman Dr | 2BR,1BA | $1.65 |
| Fountain Square | 1Bed/1Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.32 |
| 1900 at Canterfield Apartment Homes | A2- Lower | 1BR,1BA | $2.15 |
| Fox River Townhomes | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| Wing Park Residence | wp-1bs | 1BR,1BA | $2.07 |
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What type of rentals are currently available in Northwest Elgin?
There are currently 150 Apartments for Rent in Northwest Elgin, IL with pricing that ranges from $826 to $6,000. There are also 34 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Northwest Elgin ranging from $675 to $3,400.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Northwest Elgin?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Northwest Elgin ranges from $675 to $3,400 with an average monthly rent of $2,016.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Northwest Elgin?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Northwest Elgin range from $1,600 to $3,556, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,200 to $3,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,000 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,000.
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